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Student Code of Conduct

OAR 579-040-0005

Eastern Oregon University is dedicated to a campus culture that upholds the highest standards of individual, interpersonal and academic excellence. The college experience involves a fusion of the learning process with the development of positive attitudes and standards of behavior. In addition to growing intellectually and academically, students should form attitudes of scholarship, personal responsibility, and respect for others by:

  • Exemplifying personal and academic integrity;
  • Respecting the dignity, rights and property of all persons;
  • Opposing bigotry and prejudice and striving to be open to differences in people, ideas and opinions, encouraging community support of these differences;
  • Demonstrating concern for others, their safety and their need for conditions which support their work and development.

Commitment to these ideals requires students to refrain from and discourage behaviors which threaten the freedom and respect every individual deserves.

 

Definitions

  1. The term “University” means Eastern Oregon University.
  2. The term “student” includes all persons taking courses at Eastern Oregon University, either full-time or part-time, pursuing undergraduate, graduate, or professional studies. Persons who withdraw after allegedly violating the Student Code of Conduct, who are not officially enrolled for a particular term but who have a continuing relationship with the University or who have been notified of their acceptance for admission are considered “students” as are persons who are living in University residence halls. This Student Code of Conduct does apply at all locations of the University, including Distance Education students.
  3. The term “faculty” means any person hired by the University to conduct classroom or teaching activities or who is otherwise considered by the University to be a member of its faculty.
  4. The term “University official” includes any person employed by the University, performing assigned administrative or professional responsibilities.
  5. The term “member of the University community” includes any person who is a student, faculty member, University official or any other person employed by the University. A person’s status in a particular situation shall be determined by the Senior Hearings Officer.
  6. The term “University premises” includes all land, buildings, facilities, and other property in the possession of or owned, used, or controlled by the University.
  7. The term “organization” means any number of persons who have complied with the formal requirements for University recognition or registration.
  8. The term “Campus Hearings Officer” means any person or persons authorized by the Senior Hearings Officer to determine whether a student has violated the Student Code of Conduct and to implement sanctions that may be imposed when a Student Code of Conduct violation has been committed.
  9. The term “Senior Hearings Officer” is that person designated by the University President to be responsible for the administration of the Student Code of Conduct.
  10.  The term “Student Conduct Coordinator” means a University official authorized by the Senior Hearings Officer to insure procedural fairness for all Accused Students, is responsible for scheduling disciplinary hearings and/or establishing records, and serves as Secretary to the Hearings Officer(s) and Student Hearings Committee.
  11. The term “Student Hearings Committee” means a committee of persons authorized by the Senior Hearings Officer determine whether a student has violated the Student Code of Conduct and to recommend sanctions that may be implemented when a Student Code of Conduct violation has been committed.
  12. The term “shall” is used in the imperative sense.
  13. The term “may” is used in the permissive sense.
  14. The term “policy” means the written regulations of the University as found in, but not limited to, the Student Code of Conduct, Residence Life Handbook, the University web page(s), computer use policy, and Undergraduate/Graduate Catalogs.
  15. The terms related to Academic Honesty “cheating, fabrication, facilitation, plagiarism or tampering” are defined in the Academic Honesty Code.
  16. The term “Complainant” refers to any person who submits a charge alleging that a student has violated the Student Code of Conduct. When a student believes that he/she has been a victim of another student’s misconduct, that student enjoys the same rights under the Student Code of Conduct as those enjoyed by the accused, even if another member of the University community submitted the charge itself.
  17. The term “Accused Student” means any student accused of violating the Student Code of Conduct.
  18. The term “Findings of Fact” means that the facts of the case are those events, circumstances, incidents, or actions which are believed to be true based upon the evidence and statement(s) heard.

The following are offenses subject to disciplinary action:

 

Code Violations

The University may initiate disciplinary action and impose sanctions against any student, officially recognized student organization, or academic department/group which commits any of the following acts proscribed by the State Board of Higher Education and the University:

  1. Obstruction or disruption of teaching, research, administration, disciplinary procedures, or other institutional activities, including the institution’s public service functions or other authorized activities on institutionally owned or controlled property.
  2. Obstruction or disruption which interfered with the freedom of movement, both pedestrian and vehicular, on institutionally owned or controlled property.
  3. Possession or use of fire arms, explosives, dangerous chemicals, or other dangerous weapons or instrumentalities on institutionally owned or controlled property, in contravention of law or institutional regulations.
  4. Detention or physical abuse of any person, or conduct which is intended to threaten imminent bodily harm or endanger the health of any person or any institutionally owned or controlled property.
  5. Malicious damage or misuse or theft of institutional property, or the property of any other person where such property is located on institutionally owned or controlled property, or, regardless of location, is in the care, custody, or control of an institution.
  6. Refusal by any person, while on institutional property, to comply with an order of the institutional executive or appropriate authorized official or officials, to leave such premises because of conduct proscribed by the code when such conduct constitutes a danger to personal safety, property, or educational or other appropriate institutional activities on such premises.
  7. Unauthorized entry to or use of institutional facilities, including the buildings and grounds.
  8. Use, possession, or distribution of illegal drugs on institutionally owned or controlled property.
  9. Inciting others to engage in any of the conduct or to perform any of the acts prohibited herein. Inciting means that advocacy or proscribed conduct which calls upon the person or persons addressed for imminent action, and is coupled with a reasonable apprehension of imminent danger to the functions and purposes of the institution, including the safety of its students, faculty, and officials, and the protection of its property.
  10. Academic Dishonesty: cheating, fabrication, facilitation, plagiarism or tampering in connection with an academic program of the institution.
  11. Forging, altering, misusing, or mutilating University documents, records, identification, educational materials, or other University property.
  12. Sexual assault, sexual harassment, or any other non-consensual verbal or physical sexual activity including the support or assistance of such activities. For specific definitions please see the Sexual Assault Policy.
  13. Stalking, defined as repeatedly contacting another person when a) the contacting person knows or should know that the contact is unwanted by the other person; b) the contact causes the other person reasonable apprehension of imminent physical harm; or c) the contacting person knows or should know that the contact causes substantial impairment of the other person’s ability to perform the activities of daily life. Contacting includes but is not limited to communicating with or remaining in the physical presence of the other person.
  14. Hazing, defined as an act which endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student, or which destroys or removes public or private property, or which endangers or harms animals, for the purpose of initiation, admission into, affiliation with, or as a condition for continued membership in, a group or organization. The express or implied consent of the victim will not be a defense. Apathy or acquiescence in the presence of hazing are not neutral acts; they are a violation of this code.
  15. Disorderly conduct includes but is not limited to: threats; intimidation; vulgar, indecent, defamatory, or obscene conduct or expression on University-owned or controlled property or at University-sponsored or supervised functions or events; any use of electronic or other devices to make an audio or video record of any person while on University premises without his/her prior knowledge, or without his/her effective consent when such a recording is likely to cause injury or distress. This includes, but is not limited to, surreptitiously taking pictures of another person in a gym, locker room, or restroom.
  16. Possession or consumption of alcohol beverages by persons under 21 years of age, or furnishing of alcoholic beverages to persons under 21 years, on University owned or controlled property or at University sponsored or supervised activities. Individuals of legal drinking age in recognized student housing may possess and consume alcoholic beverages only in their private rooms, and dispensing devices such as kegs and taps, and large containers such as “party balls,” are not permitted. Use of alcohol in any other campus location is prohibited unless specifically authorized in OAR 845-006-0347, which governs the conditions under which alcoholic beverages may be consumed in areas other than housing units on the University campus. Regulations concerning use of alcoholic beverages by students in University housing units and by recognized student organizations on or off campus are detailed in the Eastern Oregon University Drug and Alcohol Policy, the Alcohol Beverage Use Policy and the Tailgating Policy.
  17. Use of tobacco products in unauthorized locations on campus in violation of state law, University, or public health regulations.
  18. Violating University parking regulations or other misuse of a vehicle, which violates the law or University policy.
  19. Intentionally furnishing false information, including false identification.
  20. Distributing, publishing or posting materials, soliciting funds, selling items, engaging in commercial activity, erecting structures, exhibiting items, displaying films and videos, recording or filming, using official University insignias or materials, or participating in performances and activities without proper authorization or not in accordance with the University Open Forum (Time, Place, Manner) Policy.
  21. Attempted or actual theft or misappropriation of property, equipment, materials, services, or data of the University, faculty, staff, students or guests.
  22. Attempted or actual theft or other abuse of computer facilities and resources, including but not limited to: unauthorized entry into a file, to use, read, or change the contents, or for any other purpose; unauthorized transfer of a file; use of another individual’s identification and/or password; use of computing facilities and resources to interfere with the work of another student, faculty member or University official; use of computing facilities and resources to send obscene or abusive messages; use of computing facilities and resources to interfere with normal operation of the University computing system; use of computing facilities and resources in violation of copyright laws; any violation of the University Acceptable Use Policy.
  23. Knowingly possessing stolen property, equipment, materials, services, or data.
  24. Violation of any University policy, rule, or regulation published or posted in hard copy or available electronically on the University website.
  25. Abuse of the Student Conduct System, including but not limited to: failure to obey the notice from the Senior Hearings Officer, Student Conduct Coordinator, a Campus Hearings Officer, or University official to appear for a meeting or hearing as part of the Student Conduct System; falsification, distortion, or misrepresentation of information before a Campus Hearings Officer or Student Hearings Committee; disruption or interference with the orderly conduct of a hearing proceeding; participation in a student conduct code proceeding in bad faith; attempting to discourage an individual’s proper participating in, or use of, the student conduct system; attempting to influence the impartiality of a member of a Student Hearings Committee or a Campus Hearings Officer prior to, and/or during the course of, the hearing proceedings; harassment (verbal or physical) and/or intimidation of a member of a Student Hearings Committee or a Campus Hearings Officer prior to, during, and after a hearing proceeding; failure to comply with the sanction(s) imposed under the Student Code of Conduct; influencing or attempting to influence another person to commit an abuse of the Student Conduct System.
  26. Violation of any federal or state law or city or local ordinance or University rule.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 351.070
Stats. Implemented: ORS 351.070 and 351.088.

OAR 579-040-0007

Jurisdiction

 

A.  The provisions of OAR 579-040-0005 apply to all students and activities on University owned or controlled property; during any University-sponsored activity or the activity of a University-sponsored or recognized organization, regardless of location; or when the behavior poses a clear threat to any persons or to property on campus. “Activities” include, but are not limited to field trips, athletic events, and all extra-curricular activities or theatre/music productions. Examples of behaviors which pose a clear threat may include, but are not limited to, physical or sexual assault, rape, sexual harassment, stalking or illegal weapons use.

B.  In general, the off-campus activities of students are viewed as their personal business. When a student is charged by federal, state, or local authorities with a violation of law, the University will not request or agree to special consideration for that individual because of his or her status as a student. If the alleged offense is also being processed under the Student Code of Conduct, the University may advise off-campus authorities of the existence of the Student Code of Conduct and of how such matters are typically handled within the University community. The University will attempt to cooperate with law enforcement and other agencies in the enforcement of criminal law on campus and in the conditions imposed by criminal courts for the rehabilitation of student violators (provided that the conditions do not conflict with campus rules or sanctions). Individual students and other members of the University community, acting in their personal capacities, remain free to interact with governmental representatives as they deem appropriate. When a student violates local, state, or federal laws and, at the same time, violates the Student Code of Conduct, either on or off campus, the University reserves the option of initiating disciplinary action on its own.

 

Stat. Auth.: ORS 351.070
Stats. Implemented: ORS 351.070 and 351.088.

OAR 579-040-0010

Student’s Rights and Responsibilities

A.  Eastern Oregon University students retain and enjoy all rights guaranteed to citizens by the Constitution and laws of both the United States and the state of Oregon.  Examples of such rights include but are not limited to the following:

1. The right of reasonable access to University facilities and programs, and the right to learn free from unlawful discrimination or other arbitrary and impulsive treatment.

2. The right of free inquiry, expression, and assembly subject to constitutional limitations regarding time, place, and manner.

 

B.  Students charged with violations of University regulations have the following rights in accordance with Due Process (OAR 579-040-0013):

1. The opportunity to select whether a Campus Hearings Officer or the Student Hearings Committee will hear the allegation(s) of complaint.

2. Written notice to include:

(a) Copies of all documents or complaints that have led to charges being brought forward or a hearing being scheduled.

(b) Name of the Hearings Officer and names of Student Hearing Committee members (when appropriate);

(c) Reference to the particular section(s) of the Student Code of Conduct that is/are alleged to have been violated;

(d) Time, location and other relevant information regarding the conduct violation(s);

(e) A copy of the Student Code of Conduct and the procedures to ensure Due Process.

3. The consequences and/or sanctions will be consistent with the Student Code of Conduct.

4. To be advised by counsel at the hearing if the student makes all arrangements for counsel to be present at the student’s expense. The student who is advised by counsel is still obligated to represent him/her self at the hearing.

5. Opportunity to review all information being considered at a disciplinary hearing.

6. Opportunity to have witnesses or documents in support of his/her defense.

7. Opportunity to appeal the decision rendered as a result of the disciplinary hearing.

8. In the case of suspension or expulsion/dismissal, the Senior Hearings Officer must review the Hearings Officer’s decision and/or the Student Hearings Committee’s recommendation.

C.  Students complained against have the following responsibilities:

  1. To appear at the designated time and place for a hearing to answer the charges filed. Failure to appear at the disciplinary hearing will result in the Hearings Officer or Student Hearings Committee issuing an order based on the information available.
  2. To meet with the Student Conduct Coordinator to review disciplinary hearing policies and procedures.
  3. To provide a list of all witnesses who will appear in his/her behalf to the Hearings Officer or Student Hearings Committee at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled disciplinary hearing.
  4. To maintain civil decorum during the hearing process.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 351.070
Stats. Implemented: ORS 351.070 and 351.088.

OAR 579-040-0013

Due Process

 

Procedural fairness is basic to the proper enforcement of all University regulations. Accordingly, no disciplinary action shall be initiated or sanction imposed against students or student organizations until they have been notified in writing of the charges against them and their rights under this Code, and given the opportunity to be heard (except in the event of potential harm to the welfare of self or others as indicated in OAR 579-040-0035):

  1. The Student Conduct Coordinator shall insure that the best interests of students and student organizations are served, regardless of whether disciplinary action is taken.
  2. Students shall have an opportunity to participate in the formulation of all regulations and policies pertaining to student discipline at Eastern Oregon University.
  3. All University regulations and policies pertaining to student discipline shall be published, distributed, or posted in such a manner as to furnish adequate notice of their contents to students or student organizations.
  4. Regulations and disciplinary sanctions affecting the conduct of students shall be based on general principles of equal treatment.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 351.070
Stats. Implemented: ORS 351.070 and 351.088.

 

Disciplinary Hearing Procedures and Disciplinary Sanctions

OAR 579-040-0015

Disciplinary Hearing Procedures

University disciplinary proceedings may be instituted against a student charged with conduct that potentially violates both the criminal law and Eastern Oregon University’s Student Code of Conduct (that is, if both possible violations result from the same factual situation) without regard to the pendency of civil or criminal litigation in court or criminal arrest and prosecution. Proceedings under the Student Code of Conduct may be carried out prior to, simultaneously with, or following civil or criminal proceedings off campus at the discretion of the Senior Hearings Officer. Determinations made or sanctions imposed under the Student Code of Conduct shall not be subject to change because criminal charges arising out of the same facts giving rise to violation of University rules were dismissed, reduced, or resolved in favor of or against the criminal law defendant.

Disciplinary hearing proceedings at Eastern Oregon University need not mirror courtroom proceedings. At a disciplinary hearing, civil and criminal technical rules of evidence, applicable to such cases, shall not apply. Any recording of proceedings will be held until the appeal date has expired, at which time the recording will be destroyed.

1. The Senior Hearings Officer, appointed by the President, is responsible for coordination of the University’s student disciplinary proceedings. University housing discipline is administered by the Residence Life staff, but such matters will also be referred to the Office of Student Affairs when a student’s status at the University must be reviewed or when the conduct is of an egregious nature. The Senior Hearings Officer shall designate a Student Conduct Coordinator who will coordinate the activities of the Hearings Officers and Student Hearings Committee in regard to student conduct procedures. The Student Conduct Coordinator shall be responsible for maintaining disciplinary hearings and/or issues records. These records shall include a summary of the disciplinary proceedings and results and the appointed hearings officer acting on the case. The Student Conduct Coordinator shall serve as Secretary to the Hearings Officers and Student Hearings Committee.

2. Any member of the University community may file a complaint against a student for violation(s) of the Student Code of Conduct. A Complaint may be submitted in writing on a University Complaint Form, in person, via email or telephone, or on an incident report form to the Office of Student Affairs and/or the Student Conduct Coordinator. Any complaints should be submitted as soon as possible after the event takes place, preferably within 24 hours. Upon receipt of a complaint, the Student Conduct Coordinator, in consultation with the Senior Hearings Officer, will determine whether or not the complaint is deemed sufficient as to facts or laws and whether or not it should be forwarded for a hearing. If the complaint is forwarded for a hearing, the Student Conduct Coordinator will afford the student the opportunity to meet with the Coordinator for the purposes of discussing the options for disposition of the case and discuss the student’s rights and responsibilities as proscribed in OAR 579-040-0010. At the meeting with the accused student, the Student Conduct Coordinator will describe the hearing options available to the student. These options are:

  • Campus Hearings Officer Presiding, or
  • Student Hearings Committee Presiding (a subcommittee of the Assembly Student Affairs Committee).

 

The complaint will be assigned to a Hearings Officer or the Student Hearings Committee.  A time shall be set for a hearing, not less than five or more than fifteen calendar days after the student has been notified. Maximum time limits for scheduling of hearings may be extended at the discretion of the Student Conduct Coordinator. The Student Conduct Coordinator will work with the Hearings Officer and/or the Student Hearings Committee to arrange for a hearing to review the complaint, and determine the subsequent appropriate institutional response.

Disciplinary Sanctions

The following decisions may be rendered as a result of a disciplinary hearing:

  1. Dismissal of the complaint.
  2. An informal settlement including mandated counseling referral(s).
  3. Restitution: Reimbursement by dollar amount, by transfer of property, or by provision of services to the University or a member of the University community in accordance with the nature of the violation in an amount not in excess of actual expenses, damages, or losses incurred.
  4. Required Educational Activities: Mandatory participation in educational activities or programs of community service.
  5. Restrictions: Removal from a living group, or from the use of specific University facilities, or denial of the use of a vehicle on campus, or other restrictions consistent with the violation committed.
  6. Warning: Official notice, in writing, to a student that his or her conduct or actions are in violation of the Student Code of Conduct. The continuation of such conduct or actions may result in further disciplinary action.
  7. Reprimand – severe or formal reproof.
  8. Probation: A written reprimand for violation of specified regulations. Probation will be for one to three academic quarters, and may include loss of privileges, restitution, and/or required educational activities. Placement on probationary status includes observation and review of behavior and the student must demonstrate compliance with the Student Code of Conduct. A student on probation is not in “good standing” with the University. Students on probation are subject to suspension if found in violation of the Student Code of Conduct during the probationary period.
  9. Loss of Privileges: Denial of specified privileges for a designated period of time.
  10. Discretionary Sanctions: Work assignments, essays, service to the University, or other related discretionary assignments.
  11. Residence Hall Suspension: Separation of the student from the residence halls for a designated period of time, after which the student is eligible to return. Conditions of readmission may be specified.
  12. Residence Hall Expulsion: Permanent separation of the student from the residence halls.
  13. Disciplinary Suspension:

a. Suspension:

  1. Exclusion from the University for a specific period of time. Suspended students are normally denied the privileges and services provided to currently enrolled students, including residing in University-owned or recognized student housing, attending class, or using other University services or facilities. Suspension is generally for one year; however, the period of suspension may be specified for any period;
  2. The conditions of suspension typically take effect immediately after the student has been informed of the decision. If an appeal is filed, the imposition of the suspension will be delayed until the conclusion of the appeal process. However, if a pending disciplinary hearing or appeal may result in suspension, as determined by the Student Code of Conduct, awarding of the academic degree sought will be postponed pending the outcome of the disciplinary hearing.

b. Deferred Suspension:

Placement on deferred suspension status during which there is observation and review of behavior. If the student is found to further violate University regulations during this period, the student is suspended without further hearings. Deferred suspension may be for a period of one term up to and including the remainder of a student’s enrollment at the University.

 

14. Expulsion: Permanent removal of eligibility to attend Eastern Oregon University.

15. Revocation of Admission and/or Degree:

Should the University discover that a student, or former student, has received an Eastern Oregon University degree, or has been admitted, under false pretenses (i.e., academic dishonesty, falsifying transcripts), or has pending Student Code of Conduct violations, attempts will be made to adequately correct the situation. If the student is uncooperative or unwilling to meet requirements consistent with institutional, college and departmental graduation requirements, her/his degree may be revoked until all requirements are met.

16. Withholding Degree: The University may withhold awarding a degree otherwise earned until the

completion of the process set forth in this Student Code of Conduct, including the completion of all sanctions imposed, if any.

17. Students whose behavior violates the Academic Honesty Code are subject to additional

academic sanctions, including failing the course, removal from an academic department, and removal from a college, that may be imposed by the instructor, department chair or dean.

18. Mediation: Participation in a facilitated discussion with the complainant.

19. At the President’s discretion, the President or designated representative may notify law enforcement agencies of potentially illegal acts on campus or at University sponsored activities. Criminal or other charges arising from acts on campus or at University sponsored activities will proceed independently of on-campus disciplinary proceedings but may arise out of findings of said proceedings.

Publications: The publication(s) referred to or incorporated by reference in this rule are available from the agency.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 351.070
Stats. Implemented: ORS 351.070 and 351.088.

OAR 579-040-0020

Disciplinary Hearing

 

Formal rules of process, procedure, and/or technical rules of evidence, such as are applied in criminal or civil court, are not used in Disciplinary Hearings at Eastern Oregon University.  Contested Case procedures in ORS Ch 183 do not apply to these hearings.

a) Disciplinary Hearings with a Hearings Officer are intended to determine a factual basis for

assertions in complaints filed. Disciplinary Hearings shall not be open to the public. The Hearings Officers are empowered to:

    1. Make findings of fact;
    2. Dismiss the case;
    3. Refer the student for counseling;
    4. Impose any sanction listed in OAR 579-040-0015 of this Code.

 

The Complainant, the Accused Student and the Student Conduct Coordinator may arrange for witnesses to present pertinent information to the Hearings Officer. The University will try to arrange the attendance of possible witnesses who are members of the University community, if reasonably possible, and who are identified by the Complainant and/or Accused Student at least two weekdays prior to the hearing. Witnesses will provide information to and answer questions from the Hearings Officer. The person(s) complained against shall appear along with witnesses and other parties requested by the Hearings Officer to be in attendance. All parties may have counsel or an advocate to serve as advisors at their own expense. Questions may be suggested by the Accused Student and/or Complainant to be answered by each other or by other witnesses. This will be conducted by the Hearings Officer. This method is used to preserve the educational tone of the hearing and to avoid creation of an adversarial environment. Questions of whether potential information will be received shall be resolved in the discretion of the Hearings Officer.

 

A secretary may record information presented, accept information, statements, and prepare a summary of the Hearings Officer’s findings. No transcription of a disciplinary hearing will be made. After the portion of the hearing concludes in which all pertinent information has been received, the Hearings Officer will determine whether the Accused Student has violated each Code of Conduct which the student is charged with violating. Every effort will be made to issue a written decision within two business days by the Hearings Officer after the conclusion of the hearing. However, no fixed deadline is imposed.

b) Disciplinary Hearings before the Student Hearings Committee.

The Complainant, the Accused Student and the Student Conduct Coordinator may arrange for witnesses to present pertinent information to the Student Hearings Committee. The University will try to arrange the attendance of possible witnesses who are members of the University community, if reasonably possible, and who are identified by the Complainant and/or Accused Student at least two weekdays prior to the hearing. Witnesses will provide information to and answer questions from the Student Hearings Committee. The Student Hearings Committee has the power to:

    1. Make findings of fact;
    2. Determine whether or not the student has violated the Code;
    3. Recommend to dismiss the case;
    4. Recommend any sanction listed in 579-040-0015 of the Student Code of Conduct to the Senior Hearings Officer.

The person(s) complained against shall appear along with witnesses and other parties requested by the Student Hearings Committee to be in attendance. All parties may have counsel or an advocate to serve as advisors at their own expense. Questions may be suggested by the Accused Student and/or Complainant to be answered by each other or by other witnesses. This will be conducted by the Student Hearings Committee.

A secretary may record information presented, accept information, statements, and prepare a summary of the Student Hearings Committee’s findings. No transcription of a disciplinary hearing will be made. Every effort will be made to issue a written decision within two business days by the Senior Hearings officer after the conclusion of the hearing. However, no fixed deadline is imposed.

 

Stat. Auth.: ORS 351.070
Stats. Implemented: ORS 351.070 and 351.088.

OAR 579-040-0030

Appeals

Following a disciplinary hearing, the student complained against has the right to an appeal.

  1. A decision of a disciplinary hearing may be appealed to the Vice President for Student Affairs in writing within five working days after notice. The Vice President will review all information presented at the hearing and may interview witnesses who appeared. The Vice President will make a decision  within five working days after review. The Vice President’s decision shall be final.
  2. The request for an appeal must include specific justification, including: errors, failure to consider all of the information presented, or any other action, including any new information not known at the time of the original hearing, which denied the student a fair hearing.
  3. Appeals related to the sanction of Deferred Suspension, Suspension or Expulsion will be considered by the Student Hearings Committee, a subcommittee of the Eastern Oregon University Assembly Student Affairs Committee. The Student Hearings Committee will make a recommendation to the Vice President for Student Affairs. The Vice President will review the recommendation and make a decision within five working days after review. The Vice President’s decision shall be final. Procedures to be followed are available from the Office of Student Affairs.
  4. Any recording of a hearing will be destroyed at the expiration of the appeal date.

 

Stat. Auth.: ORS 351.070
Stats. Implemented: ORS 351.070 and 351.088.
 

OAR 579-040-0035

Emergency Action

A student exhibiting behavior disruptive to the academic process or other institutional activities who lacks the capacity to respond to disciplinary procedures or the capacity to understand the nature or the wrongfulness of the conduct in question or who poses potential harm to the welfare of self or others, will be referred to the Vice President for Student Affairs for immediate action. Such action may include restrictions on the person’s presence at the University or its events until a disciplinary hearing can be held. The hearing must be held within two working days after the Vice President’s order unless the student requests an extension.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 351.070
Stats. Implemented: ORS 351.070 and 351.088.

OAR 579-040-0045

Student Disciplinary/Conduct Records

  1. All complaints include the creation of a disciplinary file secured in the Office of Student Affairs. For those sanctions at the level of “Probation” and those more severe than “Probation,” the student will be considered outside of “good standing” with the University for the duration of the sanction. Multiple sanctions may be imposed where appropriate.
  2. Disciplinary Probation shall involve written notice that is to be kept in the student’s disciplinary file. There shall also be a Disciplinary Probation Hold entered in Banner on the students record with the wording: “contact Student Affairs.” After the period of Probation has expired and the student has met all proscribed obligations, the Disciplinary Probation Hold will be removed from the student’s Banner record.
  3. Disciplinary Suspension shall involve removal of privileges to enroll at the University for a specified period of time and there shall be a written notice that is to be kept in the student’s disciplinary file. There shall also be a Disciplinary Suspension Hold entered in Banner on the student’s record with the wording “contact Student Affairs”. After the period of suspension has expired and the student has met all proscribed obligations, the Disciplinary Suspension Hold will be removed from the students Banner record.  A student suspended for misconduct and wishing to return to the University after the suspension period must notify the Office of Student Affairs in writing. The notification should include a description of the student’s activities since the suspension went into effect.
  4. Disciplinary Expulsion shall involve permanent removal of privileges to enroll at the University and there shall be a written notice that is to be kept in the student’s disciplinary file. There shall also be a Disciplinary Expulsion Hold entered in Banner on the student’s record with the wording: “contact Student Affairs” followed by the date of the disciplinary action.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 351.070
Stats. Implemented: ORS 351.070 and 351.088.